s shape bonsai tree Ficus Retusa Bonsai 'S shape'

s shape bonsai tree Ficus Retusa Bonsai 'S shape'The Ficus Retusa is considered a beginner's bonsai! It requires little care, compared to certain types of bonsai. Here, the 'S' shape was formed by tying the trunk. A technique commonly practiced to shape the branches without having to prune them. Maintenance pruning is done from late spring to mid summer to give them time to regrow. Also, it prefers high humidity, good bright light, and is very susceptible to root rot. Avoid water remaining in the

The Ficus Retusa is considered a beginner's bonsai! It requires little care, compared to certain types of bonsai. Here, the 'S' shape was formed by tying the trunk. A technique commonly practiced to shape the branches without having to prune them. Maintenance pruning is done from late spring to mid-summer to give them time to regrow. Also, it prefers high humidity, good bright light, and is very susceptible to root rot. Avoid water remaining in the saucer. In addition, the Ficus Retusa grows quickly, it is necessary to provide it with fertilizer regularly to avoid a lack of nutrients. Like all fig trees, it does not like to be moved.

Caution: Handle with care! This plant contains latex and may cause irritation if it comes into contact with skin and eyes. May be toxic if swallowed.

• Family: Moraceae.
• Origin: India, South China and Southeast Asia.
• Watering:
• Spring - Summer: Allow the soil to dry out by half between waterings.
• Fall - Winter: Allow the soil to dry completely between waterings.
• Ambient humidity: Moderate to high.
• Type of soil: Rich, but very well-draining. Avoid letting water remain in the saucer.
• Brightness: Moderate to high.
• Orientation: West or 1 m from a south window.
• Growth: Fast.
• Temperature: Warm, never below 13ᵒC. Between 15ᵒC and 25ᵒC.

Pot diameter: 21 cm.

Like nature, every plant is unique. Natural items are all different and may contain irregularities.